Jackson NFH will be closed from April 2009 until July 2010 due to construction of a new hatchery facility. Public visitation, guided tours and the fishing pond will not be available during this time. We regret the inconvenience.
Jackson National Fish Hatchery provides many exciting visitor opportunities. Open daily from 8 am to 4pm, the hatchery welcomes visitors to the hatchery for a close-up view of the fish production process. With close to 75,000 visitors annually, the public is invited to explore the visitor building and tour the outdoor facility. The Fish & Wildlife Service is currently working on rebuilding the hatchery and hopes to have a new facility and visitor services open to the public soon. The dedicated staff are happy to answer any questions you may have while viewing the fish. Guided hatchery tours are available for groups with reservations.
Recently, the Sleeping Indian Pond was added to the hatchery grounds for public fishing enjoyment. The 1/2 acre pond has a disability accessible observation/fishing deck that is available to anglers daily from 8 am to 4pm. The pond is an excellent place for children and first time anglers, whether it be fly fishing or just a worm. Nonresident children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult with a license. There is a one fish limit per license. Wyoming fishing regulations apply. Equipment and licenses are not available on-site.
In addition to the hatchery experience, visitors also have a bounty of nearby recreational opportunities to explore within the National Elk Refuge and National Park System:
- Hiking/nature trails
- Fishing
- Wildlife/bird watching
- Photography Biking
- Canoeing
- Cross country skiing
- Snowshoeing
Be sure to bring your binoculars and test your wildlife
and birding knowledge...you just may be carried away with all the
species!
Join the hatchery staff as they host Kid's Fishing Day each June during National Fishing and Boating Week. Kids fish for FREE! Come prepared for a day of educational fun! Call for current details.
Jackson National Fish Hatchery is located 4 miles north of Jackson on Hwy 89/191, and is featured on the Centennial Scenic Byway route.
